Cardiology & ResuscitationPregunta 31 de 100
If a patient in cardiac arrest has a transdermal medication patch on the chest where an AED pad must go, you should:
a.Place the pad directly over the patch
b.Cancel AED use
c.Remove the patch and wipe the area before applying the pad
d.Apply the AED pad to the back only
Explicación
A medication patch under an AED pad can block energy delivery or cause a burn. Remove it and wipe the skin dry before placing the pad.
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